Mechanical Assembler; 1st Shift - Windsor, CT

Mechanical Assembler (1st Shift) - Windsor, CT

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A tender for veterans, transition military, national guard, etc. The position is on-site. Core hours 6:00am–2:30pm. Rate $21.00 per hour, variable incentive program. Salary based on skills and market.

• Health benefits and vacation from day one
• Paid holidays
• Bi‑weekly pay
• Career progression and cross‑training opportunities
• Overtime opportunities
• Retirement benefits
• Paid parental leave
• Educational assistance and wellness reimbursement

Eaton is seeking a Production Technician for its Panel board / Switchboard Satellite Operation. The Production Technician is responsible for a wide range of skills including wire, assemble, fit and mount sub‑assemblies, components, and standard fixed assemblies in electrical control equipment.

• Assemble panel boards and switchboards to customer specification based on electrical drawings, manufacturing schematics, and work instructions with hand and power tools.
• Inspect and test finished products to maintain quality standards.
• Use wire strippers and pliers to perform electrical wiring assembly.
• Maintain expected progress of jobs and communicate problem areas or part shortages.
• Receive and put away material; prepare finished products for shipment.
• Perform Lean initiatives and maintain equipment, tools, and work area per 5S guidelines.
• Cross‑train and flex across functions based on development and business needs.

High School/GED

• Minimum one year of experience in an assembly related role with hand and/or power tools (automotive repairs, construction, carpentry, or other assembly type environments considered).
• Only candidates residing within 50 miles of the work location will be considered (active‑Duty Military Service members exempt).
• No relocation benefit.
• Does not support immigration sponsorship.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• CNC bus fabrication, press brake, or related experience.
• Experience with wiring diagrams, schematics, and power flow.
• Experience with measuring tools, torque tolerance, and hardware assembly.
• Experience using various tools: drill press, press brake, forklift, tray crane, templates, hand carts, tape measure, storage/packaging materials, prescribed safety equipment.

• Ability to work in small team environment and flex according to production demands.
• Lift 35 lbs on regular basis.
• Work overtime as required.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Follow manufacturing drawings and instructions.
• Observe health and safety practices.
• Participate in safety training and site meetings.

Windsor, Connecticut

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